The night before I was about to head out on a seven-day trip, I began to pack. I chose a small suitcase, as it would comfortably fit on my walker’s seat. It wouldn’t be a problem to transport my gear to the airport check-in counter by myself. Makeup kits, lotions, and potions that are mysterious […]
Sacrifice
Running the Actual Race is the Easiest Part
In about six weeks, signs that spring is around the corner will make their appearance long before the last stubborn icy snow patches melt in my city. Athletes and running enthusiasts will emerge from their indoor sports facilities and will once again take to sidewalks, bike paths, and nature trails. Promotional materials will plaster street […]
Get Out of my Way! My Destiny Awaits
“Don’t waste your valuable time with people that are not adding to your growth. Your destiny is too important.” I have read similar quotes from various authors and speakers so I won’t bother identifying the source beyond assuring you I’ve heard such comments from so-called motivational speakers or life coaches who claim to be Christ-followers. […]
God’s Value System is Usually Different than Ours
My friend, Dennis, recently reshared this nugget on Facebook, a post he originally posted back in 2012. Several years ago, I was complaining about a donated couch that was old, torn, and dirty. I was bending the ear of a precious sister. I wanted her to take part in my rant, and so I asked […]
Advent Series – Part One – He is Our Righteousness
The Cambridge dictionary defines Advent as the beginning of an event, the invention of something, or the arrival of a person. For Christians, Advent starts four weeks before Christmas. The season of Advent is meant to be one of hopeful reflection, anticipating the coming Messiah. I will be providing a devotion each week during Advent as […]
Wake Up, It’s not the Time to Sleep In!
As I mentioned earlier, I live within blocks of a fire station that serves a large metropolitan area. I am so accustomed to the sirens whizzing by that I no longer awaken from my sleep as fire trucks and ambulances race below me at night. I blissfully sleep on in the safety of my cosy […]